Building Bridges Leadership Academy - January 2026 |
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The Building Bridges Leadership Academy (BBLA) is designed for young adult and adult allies who are interested in volunteering for Confluence Rising's youth programs and who would like to build foundational skills for social justice facilitation rooted in restorative values.
**PLEASE NOTE: This training is only for adults over 18 and out of high school. High school students interested in becoming Youth Leaders for Building Bridges Camps must attend the Summer Youth Leadership Institute, a separate program.**
**PLEASE NOTE: This training is only for adults over 18 and out of high school. High school students interested in becoming Youth Leaders for Building Bridges Camps must attend the Summer Youth Leadership Institute, a separate program.**
Young adults interested in becoming Youth Mentors must attend this training to be eligible to return to camp.
The training provides participants with the foundational knowledge and skills that are needed when working with any of Confluence Rising's youth programs.
This 3-part training is also particularly suited for volunteers who will be attending the Building Bridges Camp and other Confluence Rising programs.
This is a dynamic program packed with helpful strategies, techniques, tools and insights. Here is what a participant can expect:
• Exploration of oppression and social justice, including topics specific to racial justice and gender justice
• Community building & Interactive learning
• Dialogue and facilitation practice
• Resources and reference materials
• Overview of Confluence Rising's Building Bridges for Youth Programs and volunteer opportunities.
The training will consist of the following dates:
Session 1 - Saturday, January 24, 2026 10:00am-4:00pm
Session 2 - Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:00am-4:00pm
Session 3 - Saturday, February 7, 2026 10:00am-4:00pm
Timeframe includes breaks and lunch.
Training will be in Long Beach, CA. Location will be sent in confirmation email.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 16th, 2026!
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided each day.
Requirements include attendance at all three training sessions for the entire scheduled time.
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided each day.
Requirements include attendance at all three training sessions for the entire scheduled time.
*The total cost of the training is $100. There is a sliding scale "pay what you can option" that ranges from $5-$100 to make this training accessible. We encourage you to be reflective and honest with your access to resources when considering what to pay.
If you have any questions please contact Serena Padilla, Director of Building Bridges, at spadilla@confluencerising.org or 310-699-6684.